A popular figure in the bodybuilding community has passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 26. Bi Jiaqi, who had recently purchased a new home and planned to celebrate with a dinner party for friends upon moving in, tragically died before the house renovations were completed.

Known for his intense workout routines and sculpted physique, the influencer had been engaged in online conversations with friends just hours before his untimely death, discussing his upcoming bodybuilding competition. Concerns arose among his friends in the days leading up to his passing as they noticed unusual physical signs such as purple lips, tired eyes, and abnormally bulging blood vessels in his neck, indicating possible oxygen deficiency and circulatory issues that could lead to cardiac arrest.

While from Ningbo, China, Bi had shared a selfie joking about his “swollen” head, a common occurrence due to extreme fat loss and dehydration practices often used by athletes to achieve defined muscles. However, such practices can strain the heart significantly. Dr. Zhang Yu, a cardiologist, highlighted the risks associated with high-intensity fitness training, dehydration, and fat reduction methods commonly employed before competitions, emphasizing the potential for cardiovascular complications and sudden death.

The sudden loss of Bi shocked his followers on Weibo, many expressing disbelief as they viewed him as “invincible.” An autopsy will be conducted to determine the exact cause of his death.